Years ago I went to a club in Florida during winter vacation as many Canadians do. The comedian was Canadian and he said "I can tell one short joke and know every Canadian in the room. The world will end at noon tomorrow. 12:30 in Newfoundland". All the Canadians laughed, the Americans had no idea why. Ask your sister or any Canadian to explain it to you.
@michellestruik8069
Жыл бұрын
OMG I just fell off my chair laughing, had to repeat your comment to my hubby and he also died laughing!
@johnkidd1226
Жыл бұрын
@@michellestruik8069 That was 25 years ago and I still laugh about it.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
I had to do some research to find out what you were talking about. You were right, I didn't get it at first. Haha! I learn something new every day. Thanks for the laugh!
@johnkidd1226
Жыл бұрын
@@LidiaExplores Yes, our newest province Newfoundland is an island off the east coast and has it's own time zone but only half an hour ahead of it's neighbour. Our national TV station, the CBC always announced programming as "News at noon, 12:30 in Newfoundland". My American cousins always got a laugh at that.
@freduah4253
Жыл бұрын
I had to read it twice but got it 😂
@MrDalebenberger
2 ай бұрын
I like your channel Lidia. You’re really respectful of Canada, eh. 😊
@lynnlegault9297
Ай бұрын
I thought the same of her.
@robertcasey7312
Жыл бұрын
As a kid in US I listened to shortwave radio including CBC (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation). At the top of the hour announcer listed headlines of stories to follow, then “But first the Hockey scores”.
@scr347
Жыл бұрын
Canadian living in NYC here...I'm constantly "outted" as being Canadian when I say "sorry" Canadians say it like "soar-eee", Americans say it like "sari" (which, is a garment worn by Indian women) so I think Canadians have it correct! 🙂
@darylwilliams7883
Жыл бұрын
Have you ever bumped into an inanimate object and blurted out 'sorry' before you realized what it was? I've done it three times. 😀😀😀
@Shan_Dalamani
Жыл бұрын
@@darylwilliams7883 I apologize to my cat when I bump into her or accidentally step on her (of course one should always apologize to a pet if you step on them; it's just good manners).
@bonjourtoi3894
Жыл бұрын
ahahaha Soit fière d'être un canadien et continu en plus de t'excuser à saluer les gens que tu croises.
@darylwilliams7883
Жыл бұрын
@@bonjourtoi3894 Sometines it's Je suis désolé or excusez-moi. It's a bilingual country after all! 😆😆
@janebond8342
Жыл бұрын
goin to do the warsh....US / East coast CA
@atokarchik
Жыл бұрын
How nice to see Mac's concern for our First Nations People.
@robertdavenport6705
4 күн бұрын
Such a down to earth encounter and narrative. In other words , simple joyfulness. Many safe and fulfilling journeys.
@danielnam9026
Жыл бұрын
I watched your video driving through BC to Alaska before watching this one, didn’t realize you had family in my hometown of Edmonton. At the time of watching your adventures in BC I wondered if you’d explore some part of Alberta. And here we are.. a video of you in Edmonton! I’m flabbergasted.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
I had a great time in Edmonton! I'm glad I finally got to explore a small part of Alberta.
@bd5866
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for introducing your family to us! :)
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@fumblerooskie
Жыл бұрын
A beanie to Canadians is a brimless felt hat, often with a propeller on top. it used to be popular with nerds.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Interesting!
@BH-by5ky
Жыл бұрын
Exactly. It’s toque.
@bobporterNFLD
Жыл бұрын
Look at you go gilr !! Awesome !! I live in Edmonton for past 40 years. Even after all those years, WEM, is still a cool place to visit. If any folks read this, please try to watch all the way through, because there is a certain number of hours needed before KZitem monotizes the chanel. Always be kind, and help someone if you can. Cheers to all.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your support. Glad I got to visit your city!
@glennismossey6976
Жыл бұрын
What a lovely surprise seeing you film here in Edmonton! Glad you enjoyed your stay and visit with your lovely family! Safe travels!
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I had a great time in Edmonton.
@thomaswhite3831
Жыл бұрын
It's nice to see you drove up the Frazer Canyon instead of the Coquihalla Hwy.
@wayneessar7489
2 ай бұрын
Fraser.
@RoquetSynce
Жыл бұрын
WOW. 2K followers! You are rockin it girl! Way to go! You should come to Canada more often!
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Haha. Thanks!
@sheilasmith6674
Жыл бұрын
This was so positive and uplifting -- made my day. 🙂 DH went to grad school in Edmonton years ago, and his experience motivated me to explore and learn more about our nice neighbors to the north.
@louisg8389
Жыл бұрын
I cant FREAKING believe you were in my hometown. I just stumbled on your channel today! Watched your whole playlist! I have been to texas a couple times and its a great place to visit!! Tambien soy Latino et je parle francais. I was so impressed with your french as well!!!
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Wow, a fellow Latino who speaks French! So cool! I had a great time in Edmonton.
@TomLeg
17 күн бұрын
I'm proud of your nephew for reciting the Cree prayer, and for caring about LGBTWXYZ. I visited a friend in Inyokern, CA, who said she would have to take me to Trona. I replied, "Why would I wanna go to Torona?" I just came from there. Turns out it's a mineral mining town on Searles lake ... great photos.
@zarkman44
Жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you for visiting our wonderful country up here in Canada, I hope you had a wonderful time and everybody treated you well..!! 😀👍 take care
@kevinwelsh7490
Жыл бұрын
Just to let you know, Western Canada is a frontier to the wilderness - and these folks are frontier people. Everywhere in Canada outside of Windsor - Quebec City corridor is at the frontier. God bless.
@bellajohnson1696
Жыл бұрын
I love this video the best so far! I'm from Edmonton so this one hit close to home ❤ I live down the street from West Edmonton Mall. One thing I'd like to point out is that the Indigenous peoples of Canada are quite diverse, Cree people are only one kind: there are Blackfoot, Saulteaux, Algonquin, Blood etc plus there are the Metis' and the Inuit too. You and your family made a really sweet video, I really enjoyed it. Thank you! Oh I'd like to share a little experience I had, regarding comparing Canadians to Americans and how nice we are: in 2021 I drove from Edmonton to southern Ontario, I stayed on the Canadian side during the trip until I reached Sault Ste. Marie. I was supposed to pick something up, from a hotel, left for me by a friend. When I went through customs, I immediately noticed the difference in demeanor of the officers working there. Canadians, anybody - it doesn't matter who they are - police, nurses, store clerks, restaurant servers - will greet people with a smile! Like 99% of the time. The customs officers were stony faced and extremely serious and definitely without a smile. That caught me off guard, I was not used to that and I immediately knew why people say Canadians are so nice, it's because we greet people with a smile. I've been to the US before when I was 15, I didn't really notice it then but I was a kid and the adults did all the talking and communicating. During that trip though, we drove through to California and then drove north east and re entered Canada via Detroit IL and Windsor Ontario. When I was in Las Vegas I met a young guy, a 16 yr old working in a restaurant and when he asked where I was from, he immediately had a hundred questions! He asked if we lived in igloos lol and if there were schools and stores.. I had a great conversation with him. Anyways, sorry about going off on a tangent but I really wanted to share my experiences with Canadians vs Americans. Again, I really enjoyed this video, I'm gonna keep on watching what comes out next and I'll for sure watch the previous videos!! I only discovered this channel tonight and have watched 4 vids including one Korean video. Very awesome, love it! ❤😊
@RGC198
Жыл бұрын
Hi Lidia, interesting video. We have Smarties and Kinder Surprise also here in Australia. Never heard of a Double Double before. Keeping in mind, we have some words that can actually change between states of Australia. "Z' is pronounced "Zed" and "Sorry" is pronounced "So-ri' here. Anyway, take care. Rob in Melbourne Australia.
@Michael-rz7ic
Жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this, am a annual tracker of the Alcan Hwy. Peace.
@leechap3
Жыл бұрын
Keep it going Lidia, I think your channel has the potential to grow exponentially!
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the encouragement!
@DOW-E
Жыл бұрын
Nice video! You have a gift on camera. Thanks for posting
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching.
@ianmciver5549
Жыл бұрын
Great job. Welcome to Canada.
@warrenwood7637
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the acknowledgement to the Native Peoples of Canada. Cheers from Manitoba from a proud Native Canadian ,eh 😅
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@lindadurand247
Жыл бұрын
Don't forget the maple syrup, we Canadians have it running through our veins 😅 If you have the chance to visit Ontario or Quebec during winter be sure to try the maple snow taffy, yes taffy, not toffee, pure maple syrup drizzled on top of snow and when its firm but still pliable it's rolled up on a popsicle stick, so good
@huckleerrysongg5681
Жыл бұрын
Very cool thank you for sharing 👍🏻🙏
@monicamestas7566
Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy your intelligence and witt. Loved your in-depth local interviews. So entertaining and informative. Didn't know about Drumheller in Alberta. Looks like Utah... sort of. Props to Mac... oh, wise one.
@martyflannigan5052
Жыл бұрын
great video, in Canada slang changes a lot from region to region, what you might hear on the west coast it could be totally different on the east coast.
@aldenfloyd5432
Жыл бұрын
you're not kidding on that point
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
So interesting! It's like that in the US as well. I love learning about language differences from region to region.
@bonjourtoi3894
Жыл бұрын
Imaginez maintenant lorsque que nous du Québec nous changeons de provinces. C'est énorme comme contraste. Indescriptible et sur tout. ahahahah C'est le Canada que j'aime.
@Original_Flanno
Жыл бұрын
Omg Hawkins Cheezies!! The way the cheese cakes on ur fingers..mmmmmm
@chrisfields3589
11 ай бұрын
Love My Home Province! It's Beautiful ❤ Now Live In Bc. Thank You For Sharing. Just Watched The Alaska Trip 🤘
@LidiaExplores
11 ай бұрын
It is beautiful! Thanks for watching!
@justinsamsel1230
Жыл бұрын
Virginian here and love this video. Love Canadians and wish I knew more about them. They are definitely on my bucket list. Big hockey fan so the history and connection with them is deep. Great people!
@michelecrocker524
Жыл бұрын
It was nice to see the shout out to Swiss Donair, it's down the street from my house :) Best donairs in the city
@viviannefraser5974
Жыл бұрын
I just subscribed! This is the second video I have watched, both tonight, I really like seeing Americans who want to learn about Canada. 💌
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Glad to have you here.
@glennred4830
Жыл бұрын
Note: Edmonton may have a crime rate in the top half of Canadian cities, BUT is still very low when compared to major USA cities. Safety and health always rate far above any USA CITY. Having four distinct seasons of weather is part of the variety of living in Canada. Having PAID vacation time, PAID maternity leave, PAID holidays, and Worker's supported if injured, plus all children have EQUAL access to Doctors, Hospital time, testing, medical services without anyone going to the front of the line. Most do not realize the structure in Canada for Policing, Prosecution, Judges, and victim services, whom are NOT ELECTED or chosen through "who spends more" on a campaign. Universal services like basic water or utilities are not run as a "WALL STREET" corporate greed in Canada. Lots of BETTER is Canada when one looks everywhere in society.
@georgevindo
Жыл бұрын
Worker's Compensation is mostly a joke. I have deliberately not reported injuries because of the paperwork one has to fill out just to get treated. Those who really need it can't get what they are entitles for.
@Mrs.LadeyBug
Жыл бұрын
Did you know that Canada structure is actually a Corporation (yes, a money making entity) rather than a Republic or true Democracy and we are the products? That would explain why the PM (CEO?) doesn’t feel obligated to let us choose (elect) whom we want in leadership. It also explains why we have equal, but not necessarily excellent access to services. Utilities are a monopoly rather than having any competition and our cellular/wifi/tv/etc costs - even before the outrageous taxes - are among the highest in the “developed” countries. We have no real way to counteract wrongs done toward us because Canadians do not have “people power” written into the legal system. These are things to ponder before touting our country to Americans too highly. I love my place in the world. I also know that even if I own it, I still don’t actually own it… which does niggle at the back of my brain from time to time. Consider this one tiny sand on the oceans’ seashores of the stuff I’ve been learning the last 15 years. Do I want to move? No. Do I want to see some positive movement towards freedom rather than away from it? Yes. Have a wonderful day, wherever you live! 🇨🇦 🇺🇸
@thekingofmoney2000
11 ай бұрын
There are many places in the USA with four seasons and there are many great and safe places to live in the USA too. Everyone loves to knock Americans.
@chadw4969
2 ай бұрын
Except for that pesky, lack of freedom of speech, or expression... to the point of legally compelled speech.... The lack of any rights to even defend yourself from physical attack, let alone any rights to bear arms, or any castle laws.... The MASSIVE federal overreach and centralization of control and law, by the density rich population of Toronto and Montreal, The lack of of any form of internal free trade, and compartmentalized taxes apon taxes.... Consumer tax, ( aggregate) and income tax, of well over 60%.. No impeachment or consequences in law.... for any government ( except alberta)... Several points you point as a positive, I would list as a negative... ( for instance, elected judges)... Shall I go on?
@neilmoryson
Жыл бұрын
I'm Canadian but lived many many years in the U.S. and I have to say, when I came back to Canada I totally heard "oout" and "aboot." Canadians may never be able to hear it unless you leave for a very long time. So it isn't that Americans are trying to insult or make fun of the Canadian pronunciation, it just sounds that way to American ears. I wouldn't say I heard it all the time, but it would sometimes jump out at me like wow, I totally heard the aboot right there.
@Shan_Dalamani
Жыл бұрын
We do not say "aboot". A boot is what you wear on your foot in the winter.
@ebonykitsune5031
Жыл бұрын
This is really cool to see, I live south of Edmonton lol ❤hope you enjoyed your time up here in Canadaland!
@nosaJIsNeverBored
Жыл бұрын
Very cool video, my home town! I love seeing your perspective of the place I live and grew up! Keep up the awesome videos!
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@darylwilliams7883
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoyed my hometown. Don't pay too much attention to the stereotypes. They mostly aren't true. Something like 1 in 4 Canadians were born outside Canada, so fewer and fewer people every year talk or act like that. Except maybe saying sorry for every reason under the sun. That seems to catch on really well, even with new immigrants.
@Linda-xb5ol
Жыл бұрын
Hi Lidia awesome ❤❤love this video ❤❤❤you sure inspiring me thanks.. keep up your amazing smile vido❤❤❤ welcome to Edmonton Alberta I live here.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
So cool! I had a great time in Edmonton.
@Dennismelnychuk
Жыл бұрын
You needed to put lots of black pepper on that pouting and fried onions in butter with sour cream on perogies is to die for.
@ronswayne7621
Жыл бұрын
So impressed with your videos Definitely getting the travel fever bug ! Had to subscribe
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Hope you can plan a trip.
@CoachIreland
5 ай бұрын
A friend of mine in Wales🏴 actually said it best that, in regards to military might and overall mentality, it could be said that the U.S.🇺🇸 is the son closest to the father🇬🇧. Canada🇨🇦 is the well-behaved first born but Uncle Sam is the rebellious son more like the father in his prime (which the father hates to admit😂).
@lofrou
Жыл бұрын
You had me on your adventure through the Alaska Highway watched you go through Dawson Creek briefly it was nice to see the place I lived early on in my life. To hear you’re family member speak Cree was a blessing I would have responded under your ‘biggest issue’ residential schools in Canada it’s one of the countries darkest secrets
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your perspective. I did a little research about your comment, and the residential schools sound horrific. I appreciate you watching the video.
@janebond8342
Жыл бұрын
That's because you live in the bubble called Edmonton. Out and aboot is East Coast - NFLD in particular
@lynnlegault9297
Ай бұрын
Oh is that what they were saying Out and about....I didn't get the boot reference. ONTARIO
@pdxyyz4327
Жыл бұрын
In Canada pissed means drunk, not angry. Healthcare is not "free" it's paid for through high taxes. Tax freedom day in Canada is approx June 19th, two months later than the US at April 19th.
@archiebald4717
Жыл бұрын
Her late Majesty's favourite Realm.
@frankdeboer1347
Жыл бұрын
M and M's were developed by one of the Mars brothers after he saw soldiers eating what are now called "Smarties."
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Interesting!
@SoundsBogus
Жыл бұрын
Welcome to Alberta! I live here, near West Edmonton Mall. I'm following your travels and enjoying your videos.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Oh cool! Thank you for watching!
@tarnsand440
Жыл бұрын
Love love love Alberta and Albertans 🏞
@Sean-bp6xb
Жыл бұрын
A parkade? Lol. No. Parking garage is right. Haha. Great vid. Subscribing now. Watching from Ontario Canada 🎉
@BrianBaileyedtech
Жыл бұрын
Great video! This Canadian approves!
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it. Thank you!
@BH-by5ky
Жыл бұрын
Coffee Crisp chocolate bars - great bar. Understand they are not available in the US.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Sadly, no! I should have brought more home with me.
@margiedavis1685
Жыл бұрын
Correction! There are 3 mountain ranges in TEXAS! Chisos Mtns in Big Bend, Guadalupe Mtns and Davis Mountains.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Yes! You're correct! I don't live anywhere near them though. I was speaking from a Dallas, Texas perspective.
@freakyflow
Жыл бұрын
You covered the Cree which is apart of my culture I am Metis And Like Zed Or Zee You have a American version of my Acadian French side And Cree Of my family.......Cajuns Are Acadians that left Canada Hundreds of years ago They now have there own Culture and music And foods
@zzzubmno2755
Жыл бұрын
If you think they say Toronto weird there, you should hear how someone raised in Toronto sounds. When I saw you holding the tray of poutine with your bare hand, I facepalmed and instantly thought, wow, the gravy wasn't even hot enough to melt the cheese curds. If it doesnt melt the curds, you are just eating lumps of cheese on fries with gravy. The cheese needs to pull away all gooey like a fresh hot pizza. oh, and you have to put pepper on it ;) I hope you enjoyed your time in Canada. I always find it funny to hear people from outside Canada say we are all nice. I wish that was always true. We are nice, when others are being nice to us and we will treat you the way we want to be treated. If someone crosses that line, the nice gloves come off, and fairly quickly. We prefer being nice, but man, piss a Canadian off and that nice stereotype goes out the window real fast. I hope your next trip would be to Ontario. Things are a lot different in Ontario. As you travel through southern Ontario and head up north, you can really see the many differences there are from region to region. BC is beautiful , but Ontario is as well and has much to offer and things to see and do as well. Again, I hope you really enjoyed your stay and come back. Thanks for sharing your vid and experience while here. I am looking forward to seeing you next vid.
@charlenewilliams219
Жыл бұрын
Yes, you missed out as the cheese was supposed to have melted.
@foamer443
Жыл бұрын
416 native . You can always tell when someone is, to steal from the Rock, "come from away" it's "TA-rawna".
@davidford694
Жыл бұрын
Up until about 1850, all the elite in the country were part native, a legacy of the fur traders who opened the place up. This has had a powerful, if subtle, effect on the nation's psyche, and explains a lot of the difference between us and the country to the south.
@neleven4154
Жыл бұрын
Loved everyone you talked to
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Me too. I had a lot of fun making this video.
@joemehere1151
Жыл бұрын
Great to see you had a good time in Canada eh!
@gjackson6569
Жыл бұрын
You should do a cross country tour of the country! Your extended family in Alberta is awesome.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Would love to! Thanks!
@WoodstockG54
Жыл бұрын
Jalapeños and cheddar old Dutch chips are the best in the flavour chip category.
@michaelj3414
Жыл бұрын
Toronto's nickname the 6 is after the origional area code 416.
@kirk1147
Жыл бұрын
Awesome video Lidia! Next time come visit us in February... I was born in Winnipeg and moved to Calgary with my family in 1975. I now live in Edmonton with my wife who was born and raised in Edmonton. Your video is a fairly accurate representation of life in Alberta. Here is the difference between us and the "States" as we call it. I took my wife to Las Vegas for the very first time she stepped into the USA. I warned her that the people will seem rude to her, and that their behavior is just the way it is. She didnt believe me. We were there for an hour when a guy let a door slam in my wife's face. That was enough to make her believe me. Americans are NOT rude people! Its that Canadians are ridiculously nice in juxtaposition. For the record, my wife LOVES the USA and she adjusts her expectations when we travel down south. Its not wrong, but it is different. Oh, and when you visit us in February, take note that Edmonton was the coldest place on the entire planet one day. It was -52C without a windchill. Yup, flesh freezes in seconds outside. Thanks for the great videography!
@kirk1147
Жыл бұрын
Oh! So you know, I have a daughter who married an American lady and they live in Virginia. Also! I once spent ten days in Arkadelphia and Texarkana with a stop in Little Rock where everyone made sure I knew that President Clinton was from there. LOL. In no time I was a local celebrity where people gathered just to hear me talk. One young lady asked me to say something Canadian, so I said, "give your toque a spin eh!" They had no clue what I said or meant. That trip was an experience of a lifetime filled with memories of the people and culture of Arkansas. I guess I understand your experience in reverse.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for your comments! I'm glad to know you both enjoy spending time in the States. I cannot imagine Las Vegas being your wife's first impression of the country though! Haha! I went to Las Vegas last year and had a similar experience where someone was very rude to me. It was shocking, but it was still a fun trip. I love how much traveling outside of your home country widens your perspective. I lived in Mexico, and once I returned to the US, I felt like people in the US were so cold. Then I studied in Paris, France for a year. I returned to the US, and suddenly it seemed like Americans were so warm. Haha! It's not to say I didn't love Paris, but it was very different from what I was used to.
@lucymcrae162
Жыл бұрын
I am loving all the comments...of course health care is not free in Canada we pay for it through taxes and apparently our taxes are very high. Culturally and language we vary across the Country with English, French and the Maritimes where they do indeed say Aboot...now the one word that is usually different Canada to the US is roof in Canada, Ruff in the US LOL As a Canadian I do hope you enjoy your visit here...my son-in-law is an American, now Canadian living in Canada.....our health care is wonderful most of the time.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! It's interesting to see what everyone has to say in the comments. We say "roof" in the US as well. It depends on where you're from.
@teklarmeeps7338
Жыл бұрын
Ginger Fried Beef, Bannock, Bloody Ceaser, Nanaimo Bars (some may say Butter Tarts instead), Perogies, Dill Pickle chips, etc... Next time in Edmonton you should visit the Big Egg in Veg.
@Shan_Dalamani
Жыл бұрын
Might mention it's in Vegreville, or people will be thinking that you mean someone's garden patch. Nanaimo bars and butter tarts are not remotely the same thing. Butter tarts are good. Nanaimo bars should come with a warning label for diabetics because they are far too sweet.
@bootiemacarthur9182
Жыл бұрын
Very nice family…. Canadians as whole are very passive.and Alberta is a rat free province. One of nicest mountain scenic drives through Alberta is Jasper to Cochrane (gas up at both ends). You are doing a great job of reporting your trip.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching. I had a great time there.
@bootiemacarthur9182
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed welcome back anytime!@@LidiaExplores
@bonjourtoi3894
Жыл бұрын
Je ne parle pas anglais et j'aimerais tellement visiter mon pays. Je connais un peu l'Ontario alors que j'étais militaire. Tellement différent du Québec.
@charlenewilliams219
Жыл бұрын
I just recently saw my first live rat in my life here in Chilliwack. Boy it was huge!!!! Spent most of my life in Alberta never saw a rat did see mice-
@bootiemacarthur9182
Жыл бұрын
I may go to Austin in the next year to buy a Tesla then drive it home waiting for new Model and better charging infrastructure in Alberta…lol ..I live about 40 miles north of W ED Mall!!
@RightHereRightNow00100
Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love the last 5 seconds. Spell check doesn't recognize "Parkade" either.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
I know! I had to triple check it with other references. Thanks for watching!
@trueguinnessking
Жыл бұрын
I’m Canadian and lived abroad for many years , no matter where I was in the world I could pick out the Canadians from their accents. Yes Canada , many ( including me) do say “aboat” you don’t hear ,it but we do.
@terryomalley1974
Жыл бұрын
I don't think I pronounce it as "aboat", or "aboot", and I'm Canadian.
@trueguinnessking
Жыл бұрын
@@terryomalley1974 not everyone does ,but you may and not know it. I’ve been picked out of groups of people as the Canadian because I do say it. I never believed I did either . And also , why do so many Canadians see it as a negative thing ? It’s a part of our unique accent and dialect . Do those who get insulted when told they say it want to sound like they’re from the U.S?
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
I think I know what you mean. At times, I do hear the word "about" pronounced differently from the way I would say it, but I still haven't heard anyone say "aboot" with that long "ooooo" sound. I'm sure it depends on the region the person is from.
@phlotographer
Жыл бұрын
@@terryomalley1974 agree, we say "a b ow t. All the letters connect but in a written method one could say it would then be a boat or a bowt.
@phlotographer
Жыл бұрын
@@LidiaExplores Having spent 5 years in Seattle (UW) unfortunately even though I don't feel I say that American friends still felt I did.
@brianguayartist
Жыл бұрын
Cheezies are made in my home town of Belleville Ont!
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Cool!
@JeanYvesHemlin
Жыл бұрын
Tuque is coming from the french tuque adapted from latin "tegula" or "tuca" meaning respectively "tile" and "small hill" (My guess is that the shape was fairly similar). In Spanish it gave "toca" , a woman headdress.
@bmdbigfeet1031
Жыл бұрын
You really have a thing for snacks particularly chips. Cheetos jalapeño cheddar are the best .
@RippinRooster
Жыл бұрын
Onion & Garlic Old Dutch Chips are the best.
@stevenbenson9976
Жыл бұрын
As a fun FYI the easiest way to identify Americans vs Canadians is vowel sounds. Canadians go high on vowels and Americans go low. So Canadians would go for A (like eh) walk, Americans typically go for a (like uh) walk.
@lwinkfein
5 күн бұрын
When I'm in the states I miss Canadian coffee. Canadian coffee is served stronger. And I've never heard a Canadian say Aboot. We say abowt.
@guibox3
Жыл бұрын
"Alberta is like the Texas of Canada." Yeah. No kidding. I grew up in southern Alberta and it is dry and flat for the most part. Cactus and plains until you hit either past Edmonton or west to Banff. Though some exceptions like the city of Medicine Hat where I grew up is beautiful. Lots of ravines and trees that the city was built on with the South Saskatchewan River flowing through it.
@TheDevnul
Жыл бұрын
Last time I spoke to my American friends they were talking about basketball. I said oh yea, that was invented by a Canadian. They laughed at me, “you’re saying James Naismith was Canadian? Lol” I said yea, born not to far from here just outside Ottawa.
@bonjourtoi3894
Жыл бұрын
Et oui vous avez raison. La culture il faut la nourrir à tous les jours.
@waynemercer22
Жыл бұрын
another great video thank you so much you are so likeable is that a word in Canada or the states LOL
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
It is. Thank you!
@andynystrom1519
Жыл бұрын
If you ever make it to Quebec, there are a lot of interesting differences between that province and the rest of Canada. Not just in terms of most signage being in French, but also that some aspects are more European: e.g. the divider between whole numbers and decimals is a comma not a period, and store hours tend to be in the 24 hour clock system. Also there are speed minimums on signage, but just speed limits. Plus more religion influence in certain ways: most of the municipalities between Montreal and Quebec City begin with Saint or Sainte.
@bonjourtoi3894
Жыл бұрын
Et bien là ce sera la totale. Ahhhaha il faut qu'elle vienne. Ce sera tellement drôle.
@BOLLOCKS1968
Жыл бұрын
I love travel videos. I am from the UK and have family in Canada. I did the Tim Hortons double, double ... yuck! Not a fan. I love coffee but that was like drinking dish water with a bunch of cream. So great that you and your sister got to reunite ✌❤
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Haha! I only ordered it because it was a Canadian thing, and I wanted to try it. I don't drink coffee with sugar or creamer, so it was definitely different from my usual order.
@bonjourtoi3894
Жыл бұрын
Je vous comprends un café avec du sucre. Dégueulasse !
@Dadcam_Can
Жыл бұрын
I've followed many KZitem creators on their journey to and from Alaska but you come to mind as the first to actually visit and document the City of Edmonton. I live near Edmonton and enjoyed seeing your perspective of our landmarks like West Edmonton Mall and Fort Edmonton Park. You also got to try that Tim's coffee I mentioned a few videos back. Knowing you have family here gives you an excuse to come back for another visit but next time try it in winter. ❄️☃️⛸️🎿🏒😂
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Cool that you live near Edmonton! I knew you were in Alberta. Yes, I definitely do need to make sure I get up there again. A Tim's coffee would be fun. It would actually be great to see Alberta in winter. I heard it gets unbearably cold around February.
@Dadcam_Can
Жыл бұрын
We usually get at least one cold snap every winter where the low Temps are in the -30C to -40C range. Note: Celsius and Fahrenheit are equal at -40.
@shaneyoung3407
Жыл бұрын
Very nice. You seem very genuine in your interest in Canada. Thanks. (Winnipeg)
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! I still haven't visited Winnipeg.
@shaneyoung3407
Жыл бұрын
@@LidiaExplores if you do, I'll have to give a list of things to see/do here.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
@@shaneyoung3407 That would be wonderful. I'm not planning a trip there in the near future, but hopefully I'll remember your comment if I do visit.
@shaneyoung3407
Жыл бұрын
@@LidiaExplores great! :-)
@shaneyoung3407
Жыл бұрын
@@LidiaExplores Lately, local radio stations Facebook pages have been reposting Americans visiting Winnipeg and how much they've loved it here.
@mikechristison7843
Жыл бұрын
Toronto is called the 6 because the area code is 416. Thus the 6. Try some fresh maple syrup if you get the chance. Cheers for another great vid. Stay safe, keep well.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the explanation! I had never heard that term until I made this video. I love maple syrup and all the maple snacks in Canada. I brought some back for my family to try in the US.
@tonyjoe5
Жыл бұрын
@@LidiaExplores I think that is incorrect. The 6 means the six separate municipalities that became the City of Toronto. They are Toronto, Etobicoke, Scarborough, North York, East York and York
@frankkriger4220
Жыл бұрын
Translation US to Canadian... Napkins = Serviette French Fries = Chips (best with VINEGAR!!!) Rolls = Buns Also, Inexpensive (to Free) university/college education Will add others if/when I think of them... Great podcast BTW
@darlenehundal7986
Жыл бұрын
Another great video! From a Canadian eh!
@paulstanley7882
Жыл бұрын
So the story of the Loonie and Twonie.... years ago, there were paper $1.00 bills (similar to U.S., green but a different green than the Canadian $20.00). The government wanted to replace the paper bill with a more durable coin because 1) the paper bills wore out too fast and 2) with vending machine prices of more than a dollar (for cigarettes not less - I'm dating myself), the higher value coin made sense. As with everything government, whatever one party wants, the other will criticize. The party in power at the time came up with a design for the new coin that had a Loon on one face. The party in opposition ridiculed it saying that it was a silly idea and a silly design... in fact it was loonie! (get it?) The name stuck. When the $2.00 coin was designed a few years later, if we already had a Loonie, we then had to have a Twonie.
@notsure6182
2 ай бұрын
back in the day Hostess chips were the best ketchup ones, Lays is crappy in any flavour. Hardbites are the best chips but I dont know if they are just a regional thing here in greater Vancouver area. if you do hot Hardbites has a nice Sweet Ghost pepper chip. All Dressed is from eastern canada, we never had them out west until recently. Canadians call the Head a 'washroom' the Americans call it a 'restroom'
@terrycormier5492
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the little outlook from an American nice the westerners are great people to be around😊😊😊
@FirstLast-hm7mh
Жыл бұрын
Wah-chay Lidia I am Moose Cree James Bay Ontario. It is good to hear that young one speak our language in the manner of prayer. Been enjoying your videos and wish you many more happy trails. Aah-koo-tah❤
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I appreciate you watching my videos.
@javierwa
Жыл бұрын
Those roads look very good compared to a very similar landscape in Patagonia...
@KLRGT500KR
Жыл бұрын
I have been living in Calgary Alberta and have never heard or used most of slang words except loonies and toonies, touqe or double double
@clintongraves8806
Жыл бұрын
I had been in Ottawa and via airport Toronto and Montreal. I love Ottawa the most because of the museums. Oh yes,l made sure my passport was stamped in Canada.
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
I still haven't been to Ottawa. Sounds fun. There's so much more of Canada I'd love to explore!
@irish_ladd4
Жыл бұрын
I live in Edmonton and love it! How was your visit?
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
It was wonderful!
@michaelroblin1957
Жыл бұрын
Awesome channel!
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Lara604
Жыл бұрын
I prefer Old Dutch, haha! (more ketchup dust) We never grew up with Lays. Great video!
@Wemissyoudoc
Жыл бұрын
Welcome to Edmonton!
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@dcbornmike
Жыл бұрын
Nice video. I am taking my vacation in Canada in October. Driving from my home in Washington DC to Saint John's Newfoundland. Hope they have that dish you mentioned (Poulier?) with the cheese curds, fries and gravy! Sounds great! Have to try Tim Hortons as well Looks like you have a nice family up there in Alberta!
@davelambrick3207
Жыл бұрын
Its called Poutine
@alsheremeta
Жыл бұрын
You are sure find great Poutine in the French areas of New Brunswick.
@dcbornmike
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Looking forward to trying it!
@whaleoilbeefhooked3892
Жыл бұрын
Bob and Doug Mackenzie would be appalled!
@marykaren7542
Жыл бұрын
Fun video. Those girls in the shop need to go back to grade school geography class. LOL Being from the Maritimes I'm appalled. 😂
@brownsupahero
Жыл бұрын
20 years ago, I went to a club in west Edmonton mall. When the let out, I saw a girl beat up a guy.
@darlene9154
Жыл бұрын
Double double! Too sweet for me. Sneakers for runners. Hawkins Cheezies Yummy!! ketchup, yuck. Not cold in BC.😊 Zed! Poutine! Caesar drink! Miss Vickie’s Salt and malt vinegar!
@LidiaExplores
Жыл бұрын
Love Hawkins Cheezies!
@cindybailey9905
Жыл бұрын
Touque sometimes spelled tuque or toque though I've never seen it spelled either of these last two, is a knit hat
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